Betty Blue Rescue

11/06/2024

Car progress: 2.5 years ago, he would leap past your head while driving and dive for the pedals, and twist himself up so badly he'd choke. 1 year ago, he would chew through his harness, leash, and seatbelt. Today, he was the bestest boi. He was calm. He was eager, he was interested, he was polite. He stayed buckled in his seat, and all restraints were intact and saliva free.

Vet progress: 2.5 years ago he did not want to be touched by anyone but me, and occasionally Trevor. We could not trim his nails or check his mouth without him snarling. He would snap, growl, and bark at any new dog or human. 1 year ago, he would not allow new men to touch him, had to be lightly sedated and restrained to administer vaccinations, and would lightly snarl through all appointments. Today? He was the bestest boi. Only lightly sedated, he allowed 2 new men to examine him, took treats through the whole appointment, and was a good boy through an ultrasound and X-ray. He even politely greeted 2 dogs in the vet office!

I'm so proud.

03/06/2024

These sweet babes were saved from the blades of an industrial mower, as they sat perched atop the grass looking for their mama. They were moved to a nearby safe spot, near animal loving campers, with a snack to hold them over.

03/05/2024

We did a thing. Order now! Limited quantity available, for a limited time!! Link in bio

04/04/2024

This dude has the coolest pattern so far. Pretty sure he is a cockeral...time shall tell.

22/03/2024

Juniper is just so beautiful...

22/03/2024

The goodest boi

19/03/2024

Spring 🌼🌱

16/03/2024

15/03/2024

The morning glow hitting the chickies this morning 🌅

08/03/2024

Miss Tiny had another Epsom bath today. This little girl lays the largest white eggs, and it takes a toll on her body. She's been with us a little over two years, and is almost 4 years old!!

09/02/2024

It finally happened. We've yearned for rich, warm, chocolate-colored eggs for the past three years. Last year, when our darlin Silkie Mix (Ms. Frizz) was super broody, we caved and got a few chicks for her. Onyx was one of them, and we have been patiently waiting almost 10 months for her to start laying. I can't wait to add her beautiful eggs to our rainbow mix 🌈🪺

24/11/2023

Dear Mother Earth,

Today, we honor the life of Samson. You blessed us with his spirit so that we might experience the inumerable faces of love, hope, patience, and trust. Samson taught us that loyalty and protecting a family never take a day off. He taught us that even through loss, neglect, and pain, love is always around the corner, and we can and will find "home" again. Today, we give him back to you with sad but grateful hearts so that he might once again find peace. Thank you for the gift of his life and the memories he left in our hearts.

Big boy, you'll be so missed.

17/10/2023

Adoption/Fundraiser Event!! We are SO EXCITED to partner with Sisters Saloon & Ranch Grill THIS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21ST.

Come meet us on the patio from 3pm-5pm for music and the chance to meet a few of our animals available for adoption!!

We will have donation bins, so bring any old bedding, harnesses, leashes, toys, etc! Financial donations are greatly appreciated, and able to be made directly to the rescue in the form of cash, card, check, zelle, or venmo!

Come have a wonderfulAutumn afternoon exploring Sisters!

13/09/2023

This sweet bun (currently called Lumpy due to the large mass on their left side) joined the rescue this week.🐇

found the curious bun while assisting with a public lands cleanup. 🏕 The most likely scenario seems to be that she was abandoned by the camp when they moved on, possibly due to the large mass that will require medical intervention. The temperament of the bun clearly shows a familiarity with people and tolerance to being handled.

Reach out if you are interested in sponsoring, fostering, or adopting this sweet creature.

26/06/2023

Have you met our team before? Allow me to introduce the six humans who make up Betty Blue Rescue.

Of course, you know the folks in the first photo. That's Trevor and Sarah, the founders who run the day to day operations.

Next is Meredith. She and her blind rescue kitty live in Southern California, though both of them are world travelers. Meredith was our first major supporter in the rescue and an active participant in our major decisions from the start.

Then we have Liz! A passionate artist, teacher, and pet parent. She has worked with horses most of her life and currently cares for two rescue horses in La Pine in addition to her own flock of chicks and her dear kitty Frankie.

Erica has been our personal dog trainer from the start, and when we decided to grow the Rescue, we knew she was the right addition. She is one of the top CERTIFIED trainers in Oregon and specializes in reactive and working breeds. She uses FEAR FREE, FORCE FREE, POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT TRAINING TECHNIQUES. She and her two dogs reside in Bend.

There's also Emily!! She has a few senior pups who thrive in her care. Emily has worked with multiple rescues in different states and has worked in several vet's offices. She lives right down the road. We value her expertise, as well as her eagerness to jump in whenever we need help.

We are proud to have a Board of Directors dedicated to making sure this Rescue runs smoothly. They help make decisions around intakes, how extra donations are spent, fostering and adopting, community outreach, fundraising, and so much more. While I manage the daily care of the animals and property, these wonderful humans help us function!

26/06/2023

You all know how much we were struggling with Cheat Grass and Fox Tails. When discounted $800 off of a mower/bagger package, we knew the time was right.

We still spent a little over $3,000 in personal funds and are hoping a few donations can help recoup that investment. Sarah and Trevor have done all the manual labor, spending weeks with a push mower before taking 3 days to mower the back with this new tool. Another 3 days spent raking and bagging. Anything to keep these babes safe.

While we are still fighting the cheatheads daily, we finally feel like it's slowly becoming manageable again. So grateful to May over at for helping us and delivering.

18/05/2023

Meet our newest rooster, Billy! He was dumped out at Cline Falls a few days ago. A lovely woman made it her mission to ensure he found a safe space, facing dozens of people willing to make him dinner but few willing to care for him. She called upon the memory of her late father, Bill (our founder's late father's name as well), to guide her in finding a place for him. How fitting for her to feel led to us.

He has a gorgeous plume of green tail feathers, though sadly his wings have been clipped, making it impossible for him to fly (the small amount that chickens can anyway). He is trusting, sweet, and has already stepped into the role of Nesting Box protector. While Draco isn't quite sure about him yet, the rest of the flock finds him quite fetching.

29/04/2023

Juniper needs help!

Juniper"s Journey continues....

16/04/2023

ADOPTABLE Mr. SWEET PEA...

This adorable bundle of fluff has officially been neutered and vaccinated; he is healing up nicely. He enjoys long walks, car rides, and being cuddled close to your heart. A big appetite for both food and love, he is hoping to find his forever home.❤️ 😍

12/04/2023

Sweet Pea is getting his "peas" snipped today! He is also receiving multiple vaccinations, It's a big day for him. If you swipe over, you'll see our Handsome Samson. It's time for him to have his nails done, which means full sedation for the wellbeing of all involved. He is 100lbs, which means multiple technicians and a lot of medication.

Can you pitch in Five Dollars today to help cover this month's medical costs?

07/04/2023

Meet Sweet Pea. This 2 year old scruff showed up just over a week ago. We received multiple calls from neighbors reporting a small wandering black and white old dog. After a couple of days, our neighbor was able to catch him, and we jumped into action. According to a message we received on our website, he had been homeless in madras for weeks before someone dropped him off out here.

After removing the mats from his ge****ls and bum, getting the cheatgrass out of his paws and cheek, giving him a bath and a haircut, he is looking much better. What looked like a senior pup was a younger babe in discomfort.

He is not fixed and not chipped, which typically means not vaccinated. He had his vet appointment today and was told he needed to slim down because he's a bit chonky. Typically, we are at the other end of the spectrum, so it's good to know he wasn't starving.

We will be scheduling him to be neutered and vaccinated, and as always, need your assistance to do so. ♡

11/02/2023

Will you be my Valentine? This sweet girl is simply looking for love and loyalty. If you are interested in adding Miss Abby to your family, shoot us a message!!
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14/01/2023

We are excited to announce a donor and fellow rescuer has chosen us for a fundraiser! They will match every dollar donated up to $900! Can you help us start 2023 off with a bang? Your donation will ensure we can continue the beautiful work we strive to achieve.

27/11/2022

Well, here is the official announcement:

Mr. Handsome Samson is becoming a permanent member of our furry family. Thank you to everyone for being such a strong support system for this sweet boy. The growth that has been accomplished in just over a month is mind blowing. I can't wait to see what comes next.

04/10/2022

So much progress with Samson in such a short time. From lunging, snapping, and snarling....to requesting cuddles and doing play bows with Ash through the fence. This afternoon we will be attempting their first true introduction!

30/09/2022

Medical donations needed urgently. Samson got stuck in a cactus 🌵 and will require emergency sedation today. link in bio. Every single dollar helps.

14/09/2022

Definitely were not planning on having any babies this year....but Mother Nature finds a way. We've been battling Patricia's brooding for months now, and truly thought we had been successful. In reality, she simply had outsmarted us.

I spent over an hour looking for and calling for Patricia this morning. Typically she and Buckbeak will come for breakfast when called by name, hopping and squawking and making a dramatic show of being late to arrive. This morning however, Buckhead showed up alone. I called for Patricia's a few more times, and began searching in all of the common (and not so common) hiding spaces. No luck.

After an hour of looking, I gave up, panicking that she was gone. I went inside to gather myself. I decided I couldn't give up and went back out to check all the edge of the property, thinking maybe she was stuck or trapped somewhere.....

I found her tucked behind the board that creates the backdrop for "p**p mountain", with at least 5 babies chirping and stumbling about around her.

Oh Patricia, my sweet mama. Your wish finally came true ♡

02/09/2022

Is there anything better than using fresh ingredients to craft breakfast in your van on the road? Fresh banana muffins made in mason jars! 🥰

My sweet friend sent me this beautiful shot this morning. We sold our eggs at and they were a hit!! I love feeding my loved ones, and the fact that our eggs can nourish them long after we've parted ways...that just glues a giddy smile on my face ♡

22/05/2022

River learning all about the Petroglyphs!